Ship Record

HMS Dorsetshire (40)

Learn about HMS Dorsetshire (40) in Royal Navy history.

HMS Dorsetshire was a Royal Navy cruiser of the county-class cruiser county.

Service History

HMS Dorsetshire served as a heavy cruiser and is chiefly associated with bismarck action.

Historical Significance

HMS Dorsetshire contributes to the history of the Royal Navy’s cruiser force and the development of county-class cruiser county.